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Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
A dynamic San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support its busy civil litigation practice. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers hands-on involvement in all phases of litigation and the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in managing case lifecycles from inception through trial in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities• Provide comprehensive litigation support from case intake through trial and resolution• Draft, review, and cite-check legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and correspondence• Manage case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures• Coordinate and assist with discovery, including document review, production, and organization• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial• File documents in state and federal courts (including e-filing)• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and vendors to support case progress• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Walnut Creek, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
38 - 48 USD / Hourly
An AMLAW 100 firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team on a fully remote, long-term contract basis. This is an opportunity to support a high-performing legal team handling complex civil litigation matters in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate has CA experience, lives in CA, and is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while staying highly responsive in a remote setting. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive litigation support across civil matters, including employment and/or insurance defense cases</li><li>Draft, prepare, and manage discovery, including document production and responses</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization and case file management</li><li>Manage and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and organization of documents</li><li>Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and ensure timely filings</li><li>Conduct legal research and assist with drafting correspondence and pleadings</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and third parties to support case progression</li><li>Handle a high-volume caseload while meeting tight deadlines</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Housing Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Housing Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a high-volume tenant/landlord litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex casework, and can effectively support matters from intake through trial preparation. The paralegal will play a key role in maintaining case organization, ensuring deadlines are met, and supporting attorneys in delivering strong advocacy for clients. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with all phases of housing litigation matters, including unlawful detainers, habitability claims, and rent control disputes</li><li>Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence</li><li>Manage case files from intake through resolution, ensuring all documents are organized and up to date</li><li>Track court deadlines, hearing dates, and filing requirements to ensure timely submissions</li><li>Assist with discovery, including document collection, review, and production</li><li>Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding case status and logistics</li><li>Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness files; assist with trial preparation and courtroom support as needed</li><li>Conduct legal research related to landlord-tenant law, local ordinances, and housing regulations</li><li>File documents electronically in state and local courts (e-filing)</li><li>Maintain accurate records in case management systems and update attorneys on case developments</li></ul>
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Concord, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support appeals activity in Concord, California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential focuses on coordinating documentation, filings, and case tracking related to Medicare reimbursement appeals while helping the team maintain an organized and timely workflow. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a structured legal or appeals environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and maintain appeal-related documentation to support matters before the Provider Reimbursement Review Board.</li><li>Organize and monitor case materials so records remain accurate, accessible, and ready for deadlines or review.</li><li>Submit filings through the appropriate electronic board system and confirm documents are processed correctly and on time.</li><li>Track case activity and status updates within project management and case management platforms.</li><li>Receive, review, and distribute correspondence from the Review Board and other involved parties to keep matters moving efficiently.</li><li>Gather and assemble jurisdictional and supporting records needed for appeal submissions and case progression.</li><li>Update standard forms, templates, and filing materials to promote consistency and accuracy across the appeals process.</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a diligent Paralegal to join our legal team located in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with various aspects of family law cases, conducting legal research, and ensuring the efficient management of client files. This role will also require you to prepare legal documents, schedule meetings, and perform administrative tasks. Responsibilities:• Assist in the management of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support cases• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and affidavits• Schedule and manage client meetings and court appearances• Effectively communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including the organization of exhibits and witness lists• Attend court hearings and provide assistance to attorneys during proceedings• Perform various administrative tasks such as filing and data entry• Utilize legal case management software for case tracking and management.• Maintain and organize client files and case documents in an efficient manner
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Emeryville, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join a litigation team in Emeryville, California. This position supports attorneys from initial case development through trial, with a strong focus on document review, deadline management, and coordination across courts and third parties. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational ability, and experience handling complex matters in a fast-moving legal setting. Responsibilities: • Analyze and condense medical, billing, and other case-related records into clear summaries for attorney review. • Prepare, send, and monitor subpoenas for documents, witnesses, and court matters across various jurisdictions. • Work with courts, healthcare providers, expert witnesses, and external organizations to secure records and supporting materials. • Oversee litigation calendars and track filing dates, court deadlines, and follow-up tasks to keep matters progressing on schedule. • Assemble pleadings, discovery materials, exhibit sets, deposition summaries, and trial notebooks for active cases. • Support attorneys before depositions and hearings by organizing witness information, exhibits, and related case documents. • Submit legal filings to county and state courts, including electronic filing when required by the jurisdiction. • Maintain orderly electronic and paper case files so documents are accessible, complete, and up to date. • Assist with trial logistics by preparing exhibits, coordinating materials, and ensuring readiness for hearings and courtroom proceedings. • Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, service providers, and other case contacts.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
Our maritime law firm client is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide immediate onsite support to its San Francisco office on a contract basis. This is a hands-on litigation support role that combines substantive billable work with critical litigation secretarial functions, with the ideal candidate having demonstrated experience managing litigation calendars, court deadlines, e-filings, document preparation, and day-to-day case support while also assisting attorneys with discovery, trial preparation, legal research, and other substantive paralegal tasks. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced law firm environment are essential. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, and litigation docketing activities.</li><li>Coordinate and maintain case calendars, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local court deadlines.</li><li>Prepare, proofread, format, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, exhibits, and other legal documents.</li><li>Perform electronic filing with California state and federal courts and coordinate service of process.</li><li>Assist with discovery management, including document review, organization, production, and tracking of discovery deadlines.</li><li>Support attorneys with motion practice, legal research, drafting, and case preparation.</li><li>Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.</li><li>Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, deposition materials, and trial notebooks.</li><li>Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, meetings, and other litigation-related events.</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and third parties.</li><li>Track billable time and maintain accurate case information within the firm's practice management system.</li><li>Provide general litigation and administrative support to attorneys as needed.</li></ul>
2026-06-23T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A well-established law firm specializing in Real Estate/Landlord-Tenant is seeking a motivated and experienced Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This is a full-time, hybrid or remote flexible opportunity where you'll play a vital role in assisting attorneys with all stages of litigation while working alongside seasoned legal professionals. Responsibilities• Conducting legal fact finding and basic legal research as needed• Draft legal documents• Assisting in managing cases, ensuring all details are handled in a timely manner• Organizing pleadings and filing them electronically• Coordinating and scheduling calendars to ensure all important dates and deadlines are accounted for• Assisting attorneys in trial preparation to ensure all necessary documents and information are in order• Maintaining case files, ensuring they are up to date and easily accessible• Responding to ad-hoc requests and completing them as necessary
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
A large company is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its in-house legal department. Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and memoranda </li><li>E-filing</li><li>Prepare subpoenas, records requests, and government inquiries</li><li>Assist with discovery and document production</li><li>Assist with depositions, hearings, trial prep, and trial support</li><li>Draft redlines, tables of contents/authorities, cite checks, and proofreading</li><li>Manage calendars and track deadlines</li><li>Schedule depositions and hearings </li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Ramon, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
A San Ramon-based law firm with a strong practice in insurance coverage, business litigation, and complex civil disputes is seeking a Trial Preparation Paralegal to join the team on a contract basis. This role will provide hands-on support in a busy litigation environment, assisting attorneys through all stages of trial preparation on high-stakes matters. Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead trial preparation efforts, including organizing exhibits, trial binders, and witness materials</li><li>Manage and maintain case files from pre-trial through trial</li><li>Assist with deposition preparation, summaries, and document organization</li><li>Support attorneys with discovery, document production, and case strategy preparation</li><li>Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and trial proceedings</li><li>Prepare and manage trial exhibits and evidence in accordance with court requirements</li><li>Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures</li><li>Provide on-site support during trial as needed</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Emeryville, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
A plaintiff-side asbestos litigation firm in Emeryville is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join the team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a fully onsite opportunity supporting a high-volume practice, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow within a collaborative team known for its strong culture. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide litigation support on plaintiff asbestos matters from intake through resolution</li><li>Assist with drafting, formatting, and filing pleadings, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Manage case files, including organizing and maintaining documents and evidence</li><li>Handle written discovery, including preparing and responding to requests</li><li>Coordinate filings and ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines</li><li>Maintain and track case calendars, deadlines, and key milestones</li><li>Communicate with clients, medical providers, and third parties as needed</li><li>Support attorneys with day-to-day case management in a high-volume environment</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Sacramento, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Reputable law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal ideally with eDiscovery experience to join their team in Sacramento, California. This role is crucial in enhancing our legal operations and involves managing electronically stored information (eDiscovery), preparing for trials, and conducting legal research. As a Paralegal, you will get the chance to work closely with our legal team and utilize cutting-edge eDiscovery platforms. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit. Responsibilities: • Manage and analyze discovery documents for legal procedures• Conduct comprehensive legal research and assist in case management• Utilize eDiscovery platforms and tools to review, organize, and analyze documents• Draft legal documents and prepare for trials, ensuring all details are accurate and well-researched• Comply with the regulations outlined in CA’s Business and Professions Code 6450• Utilize case management software to maintain updated and accurate records• Ensure efficient and accurate processing of billing functions• Leverage your civil litigation experience to support legal processes• Prepare for trials by reviewing and organizing necessary documents• Use your eDiscovery skills to review and manage electronically stored information.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 55 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in a busy corporate and transactional practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex corporate matters, and can effectively support transactions from inception through closing. The paralegal will play a critical role in maintaining corporate records, managing filings, and assisting attorneys with delivering efficient and accurate client service. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with corporate transactions, including entity formations, mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate governance matters</li><li>Prepare and file formation and qualification documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Draft and maintain corporate records, including bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and minutes</li><li>Manage and maintain corporate minute books and capitalization tables</li><li>Assist with due diligence efforts, including document review, data room management, and organization of transaction materials</li><li>Prepare closing checklists, signature packets, and closing binders for transactions</li><li>Coordinate with clients, outside counsel, and government agencies regarding filings and corporate compliance matters</li><li>Track deadlines related to annual filings, statements of information, and other compliance requirements</li><li>File documents with state agencies, including Secretary of State offices, and support UCC filings as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate records in document management and case management systems and update attorneys on project status</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
Litigation SecretaryA midsize East Bay law firm is seeking a full-time Litigation Secretary to support its litigation practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced with calendaring and case coordination. Familiarity with PowerPoint, Excel, WordPerfect, Adobe, Microsoft Office, Abacus, and MerusCase is a plus. The ability to multitask, work well under pressure, and communicate effectively is essential.This firm offers excellent benefits, and compensation is commensurate with experience. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage calendaring and scheduling for client appointments, depositions, court appearances, court reporters, and mediations</li><li>Assist with trial preparation</li><li>Prepare exhibit binders and indexes</li><li>E-file documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Draft court documents, pleadings, notices of deposition, and complaints</li><li>Communicate with outside vendors</li><li>Subpoena records and complete/send related forms to vendors</li><li>Process billing</li><li>Support preparation of TOAs and TOCs</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Typing speed of 60+ WPM</li><li>Prior litigation support experience preferred</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

eDiscovery Paralegal

Pleasant Hill, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 43 USD / Hourly
A California-based civil litigation firm specializing in complex fraud, insurance-related litigation, and toxic tort matters is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal to join the team on a contract basis. This role will support high-volume, data-intensive litigation and is ideal for someone who thrives managing large datasets and collaborating on complex cases in a fully remote environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the full lifecycle of eDiscovery, including document collection, review, and production</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys and external vendors on eDiscovery workflows and strategy</li><li>Conduct document review for relevance, privilege, and key litigation issues</li><li>Prepare and organize document productions in compliance with court requirements</li><li>Maintain and manage large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI)</li><li>Assist with discovery responses and support broader litigation efforts</li><li>Support case teams on complex matters, including fraud, insurance-related litigation, and toxic tort cases</li><li>Ensure adherence to deadlines within a high-volume, fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Jr. Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
A boutique litigation firm in Oakland is seeking a Junior Paralegal to join the team on a contract-to-hire basis. The firm handles a broad range of civil litigation matters, including toxic torts, business litigation, employment, medical malpractice, product liability, and general liability defense. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with an ABA-approved paralegal certificate or a junior paralegal with 1–3 years of experience to gain hands-on exposure to complex litigation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide day-to-day support to attorneys across a variety of civil litigation matters</li><li>Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence</li><li>Support discovery efforts, including document collection, organization, and production</li><li>Maintain and organize case files (electronic and physical)</li><li>Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including exhibit organization and binder preparation</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and cite checking</li><li>Coordinate filings and assist with calendaring deadlines and court dates</li><li>Communicate with internal team members and assist with case management tasks</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Senior Trial Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
40 - 55 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco litigation firm is seeking an experienced, self-sufficient Litigation Trial Paralegal to provide immediate support on active litigation matters and an upcoming trial. This opportunity is expected to continue on a contract basis through the end of the summer, with the potential to transition into a permanent position depending on mutual fit.This opportunity is ideal for a senior paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and can independently manage pretrial and trial support responsibilities with minimal supervision. While the position offers hybrid flexibility, the selected candidate must be able to provide significant in-office and court presence during trial. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive pretrial and trial support to litigation attorneys</li><li>Coordinate and manage trial exhibits from preparation through presentation</li><li>Prepare exhibit binders, witness binders, trial notebooks, and related materials</li><li>Assist with trial logistics, courtroom support, and war room coordination</li><li>Coordinate witness scheduling, appearances, and related logistics</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, evidence, and litigation databases</li><li>Assist with deposition preparation and management of deposition materials</li><li>Prepare exhibit lists, witness lists, and other trial-related documents</li><li>Track case deadlines and support pretrial filings</li><li>Support attorneys throughout trial, including in-court assistance as needed</li><li>Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
National AmLaw 100 firm has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support their San Francisco-based litigation team on a fully remote contract basis. This role supports a high-volume, defense-side litigation practice, working closely with 5–7 attorneys and requiring the ability to manage a busy desk independently. The qualified candidate must have a strong understanding of California court rules, docketing, and e-filing procedures in both federal and state courts. Ideal candidates will have five or more years of experience working in a fast-paced defense-side litigation environment. This is a long-term, open-ended contract position that offers stability and meaningful, ongoing work with one of the country’s leading litigation firms. While there is potential for full-time conversion depending on headcount, the immediate priority is to bring on a skilled legal secretary who can contribute right away. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage state and federal e-filing processes across active litigation matters </li><li>Maintain and manage litigation calendars, ensuring deadlines are tracked and met across multiple cases </li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, and coordination logistics </li><li>Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and TOCs/TOAs </li><li>Collaborate with attorneys across matters, adapting to varying litigation needs and deadlines </li><li>Track and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests using Chrome River </li><li>Provide administrative support across high-volume litigation workflows </li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires someone who excels in supporting litigation processes, managing schedules, and handling legal documentation with precision. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities: • Handle electronic filing (e-filing) with courts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. • Manage manual calendaring tasks, including tracking deadlines and scheduling court appearances. • Conduct conflict checks to ensure compliance and avoid scheduling conflicts. • Prepare and format legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs). • Collaborate with attorneys to facilitate smooth litigation processes and provide administrative support. • Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings and filings. • Coordinate trial preparation tasks when required, supporting attorneys with necessary documentation and logistics. • Communicate effectively with court personnel and other legal professionals to resolve filing issues. • Assist with dictation tasks and transcription as needed.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys in Walnut Creek, California. This position plays a key role in keeping legal matters organized, deadlines on track, and court-related documents prepared accurately for filing and trial activity. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of California civil litigation procedures, exercises sound judgment in a fast-paced environment, and communicates effectively with attorneys, clients, and outside parties. Responsibilities: • Manage attorney calendars and deadline tracking systems to ensure hearings, filings, meetings, and case milestones are scheduled accurately and completed on time. • Coordinate appointments and legal proceedings with clients, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, co-counsel, and court personnel while maintaining a high level of professionalism. • Review incoming mail and case materials, route items for attorney attention, and update records so time-sensitive matters are properly indexed and calendared. • Draft, format, and finalize correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, discovery materials, and trial-related documents based on dictation, handwritten notes, and draft content. • Organize and maintain confidential electronic case files, making sure documentation is complete, accessible, and updated to reflect ongoing activity. • Prepare and submit court filings, including discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents, in compliance with applicable filing rules and procedural requirements. • Support all phases of discovery by arranging schedules, tracking deadlines, and coordinating related activities for matters involving both plaintiffs and defendants. • Provide dependable secretarial coverage for short-term and long-term assignments and offer backup assistance to other legal support team members as needed. • Stay current on court rules, filing procedures, and litigation support practices while contributing to departmental initiatives and other assigned projects.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage attorney support tasks, court-related filings, and document preparation in a fast-paced law firm environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and clients while contributing to the smooth handling of active legal matters. Responsibilities: • Support litigation attorneys with day-to-day administrative and case-related tasks, ensuring matters move forward efficiently. • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other case documents with a high level of accuracy. • Manage court submissions, including electronic filings, while following applicable filing procedures and deadlines. • Organize meetings, depositions, and client communications by coordinating schedules, materials, and logistics. • Maintain attorney calendars and track important dates, deadlines, and court appearances. • Partner with internal teams to assist with the intake and closing of legal matters, including records and conflict-related coordination. • Enter, review, and update attorney time records as needed to support accurate billing and reporting. • Provide additional administrative assistance as business needs require within the litigation team.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This is a Long-term, Contract-to-Hire opportunity offering regular hours in an on-site setting. The position is well suited to someone who is highly organized, comfortable managing competing deadlines, and confident preparing court-related documents in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence to meet court and attorney specifications.</li><li>Handle state and federal court e-filings accurately and within required deadlines.</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, depositions, and other case-related deadlines.</li><li>Draft initial versions of pleadings and related documents using prior case materials and established templates for attorney review.</li><li>Coordinate with court reporters and other legal service providers to support upcoming case activity.</li><li>Monitor active matters proactively, anticipate upcoming deliverables, and help keep litigation workflow on schedule.</li><li>Provide dependable administrative support to attorneys while managing multiple priorities throughout the workday.</li></ul>
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Legal Secretary to provide support to a reputable law firm in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented candidate who can step in where needed, maintain momentum for attorneys and support staff, and adjust quickly to differing work styles and priorities. The position calls for strong legal administrative experience, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach in a congenial law firm environment. Responsibilities:• Provide floating legal secretarial coverage for attorneys and practice teams by stepping in during absences and assisting with high-volume assignments across multiple legal areas.• Prepare, format, revise, and finalize a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, discovery materials, correspondence, and other case-related filings.• Coordinate court filings in state and federal venues, including electronic submissions and traditional filing methods, while ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.• Manage calendars, track critical dates, and support scheduling needs for matters, meetings, hearings, and other time-sensitive activities.• Transcribe, edit, and organize dictated or drafted content into well-prepared legal documents and communications.• Create, combine, and update PDF files and maintain accurate electronic records within the firm’s document management systems.• Work closely with attorneys and legal support staff to deliver overflow assistance and maintain seamless coverage across practice groups.• Adapt to varying attorney preferences, shifting priorities, and daily workload changes while maintaining consistency and high-quality service.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with strong expertise in bankruptcy and heavy litigation to support a busy legal team in downtown Sacramento. This temp-to-hire role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys handling complex bankruptcy cases and civil litigation matters.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys specializing in bankruptcy and litigation</li><li>Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, bankruptcy petitions, schedules, proofs of claim, and court filings (both state and federal courts)</li><li>Manage bankruptcy-specific tasks such as creditor matrices, 341 meetings, adversary proceedings, and compliance with U.S. Bankruptcy Court requirements</li><li>Handle heavy litigation support including e-filing, document management, trial preparation, exhibit lists, and deposition coordination</li><li>Maintain and organize case files, calendars, deadlines, and tickler systems with strict attention to court-imposed timelines</li><li>Schedule meetings, court appearances, depositions, and conference calls</li><li>Draft routine correspondence, client communications, and attorney memos</li><li>Track and manage billable time entries, expense reports, and client invoicing</li><li>Serve as liaison between clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal teams</li><li>Perform general office duties including scanning, copying, mail distribution, and supply management</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z